MONTGOMERY ZOO (Montgomery, AL): The Montgomery Zoo is thrilled to announce the debut of its tallest baby resident, a female giraffe calf named Ozzi, born on August 3. Standing at an impressive six feet tall at birth, Ozzi has been bonding closely with her mother, Ashley, in the comfort of the giraffe barn as she adjusts to life at the zoo.
Ozzi’s father, JJ, has shown enthusiastic interest in his new role as a dad. While his excitement is heartwarming, the Zoo’s animal care team is prioritizing safety and welfare by keeping JJ separate from Ashley and Ozzi for now. The trio remains in close visual contact, allowing them to maintain social bonds while ensuring a calm and secure environment for the calf.
To support the family’s needs, the Zoo is rotating outdoor time between JJ in the mornings and Ozzi and Ashley in the afternoons. This flexible schedule helps each giraffe thrive while giving guests a chance to meet the newest member of the herd.
“Ozzi is growing quickly and showing off her playful personality,” said Zoo staff. “She’s definitely JJ’s daughter. One hundred percent clumsy, goofy, and absolutely adorable.”
The Giraffe Encounter is currently open during JJ’s outings, and the Zoo hopes to welcome guests to meet Ashley and Ozzi up close in the near future. The giraffe schedule is subject to change based on animal welfare needs. Please call the zoo for daily updates prior to visiting.
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The Montgomery Zoo and Mann Wildlife Learning Museum is a 42-acre zoological facility located minutes from the heart of historic, downtown Montgomery. The Montgomery Zoo features a variety of exotic animals native to Africa, Asia, Australia, North America, and South America. A trademark addition of the Zoo is the Mann Wildlife Learning Museum, housing the one of the Southeast’s largest collections of preserved North American wildlife, artifacts, and fossils. The Montgomery Zoo is a department of the City of Montgomery.
Daily operating hours: 9:30am – 4:30pm, with last admission at 3:30pm.
Admission: Adults $19, Children (3-12 years) $15, Toddlers (2 years and under) FREE, and Seniors 65 years old and older $17.
